American Ghost Walks

History of "The Original Milwaukee Ghost Walk - Third Ward"

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Version 48 – April 02, 2025 03:05

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Version 47 – February 21, 2025 05:55

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Short Description
  • Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk, a thrilling 2-hour guided tour exploring Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. Unearth the district's rich history, haunted sites, and spine-chilling ghost stories that make this area so fascinating.Your journey begins at the corner of St. Paul Ave. & Water Street, right in front of the Milwaukee Public Market. Led by an expert guide, you will wander through the charming, yet eerie streets of the Third Ward. Listen to haunting tales and paranormal experiences at prominent landmarks such as the Milwaukee Public Market, the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), the Marshall Building, and Commission Row.Dive into the notorious history of "The Bloody Third," once infamous for Milwaukee's mafia activities and the feared Irish gangsters known as the Third Ward Cowboys. Discover stories of tragic events and the restless spirits said to roam these historic streets.Key highlights of the tour include haunted locations like the Skylight Opera Theatre, where the ghost of Clair Richardson, founder of the Skylight Music Theatre, is believed to linger. Feel the eerie atmosphere at the Italian Community Center and other sites steeped in Third Ward ghost lore.Throughout this ghost walk, your guide will share documented paranormal activities, intriguing Fortean folklore, and insights from recent investigations, adding depth to the area’s haunted reputation. Whether you're a history buff or a ghost enthusiast, the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk promises a unique and spine-tingling experience.
  • Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk, a thrilling 2-hour guided tour exploring Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. Unearth the district's rich history, haunted sites, and spine-chilling ghost stories that make this area so fascinating.
  • Your journey begins at the corner of St. Paul Ave. & Water Street, right in front of the Milwaukee Public Market. Led by an expert guide, you will wander through the charming, yet eerie streets of the Third Ward. Listen to haunting tales and paranormal experiences at prominent landmarks such as the Milwaukee Public Market, the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), the Marshall Building, and Commission Row.
  • Dive into the notorious history of "The Bloody Third," once infamous for Milwaukee's mafia activities and the feared Irish gangsters known as the Third Ward Cowboys. Discover stories of tragic events and the restless spirits said to roam these historic streets.
  • Key highlights of the tour include haunted locations like the Skylight Opera Theatre, where the ghost of Clair Richardson, founder of the Skylight Music Theatre, is believed to linger. Feel the eerie atmosphere at the Italian Community Center and other sites steeped in Third Ward ghost lore.
  • Throughout this ghost walk, your guide will share documented paranormal activities, intriguing Fortean folklore, and insights from recent investigations, adding depth to the area’s haunted reputation. Whether you're a history buff or a ghost enthusiast, the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk promises a unique and spine-tingling experience.

Version 17 – August 05, 2024 16:01

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Version 16 – August 05, 2024 16:00

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Version 12 – July 18, 2024 15:35

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Version 11 – July 18, 2024 15:33

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Version 8 – July 17, 2024 16:49

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Short Description
  • Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk, a thrilling 2-hour guided tour exploring Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. Unearth the district's rich history, haunted sites, and spine-chilling ghost stories that make this area so fascinating.
  • Your journey begins at the corner of St. Paul Ave. & Water Street, right in front of the Milwaukee Public Market. Led by an expert guide, you will wander through the charming, yet eerie streets of the Third Ward. Listen to haunting tales and paranormal experiences at prominent landmarks such as the Milwaukee Public Market, the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), the Marshall Building, and Commission Row.
  • Dive into the notorious history of "The Bloody Third," once infamous for Milwaukee's mafia activities and the feared Irish gangsters known as the Third Ward Cowboys. Discover stories of tragic events and the restless spirits said to roam these historic streets.
  • Key highlights of the tour include haunted locations like the Skylight Opera Theatre, where the ghost of Clair Richardson, founder of the Skylight Music Theatre, is believed to linger. Feel the eerie atmosphere at the Italian Community Center and other sites steeped in Third Ward ghost lore.
  • Throughout this ghost walk, your guide will share documented paranormal activities, intriguing Fortean folklore, and insights from recent investigations, adding depth to the area’s haunted reputation. Whether you're a history buff or a ghost enthusiast, the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk promises a unique and spine-tingling experience.
  • Embark on a captivating journey through Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward with the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk. This 2-hour guided tour delves into the district's rich history, haunted locations, and chilling ghost stories.
  • Starting at the corner of St. Paul Ave. & Water Street, in front of the Milwaukee Public Market, your expert guide leads you through the charming streets of the Third Ward. Discover eerie tales and paranormal encounters at landmarks such as the Milwaukee Public Market, Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), the Marshall Building, and Commission Row.
  • Learn about the area's notorious past as "The Bloody Third," once a hub for Milwaukee's mafia operations and Irish gangsters known as the Third Ward Cowboys. Hear stories of tragic events and the lingering spirits that are said to haunt these historic streets.
  • Highlights include visits to haunted spots like the Skylight Opera Theatre, where the ghost of Clair Richardson, founder of the Skylight Music Theatre, is rumored to still reside. Experience the supernatural at the Italian Community Center and other locations with connections to Third Ward ghost stories.
  • Throughout the tour, your guide shares documented accounts of paranormal activity, Fortean folklore, and recent investigations that add to the district's haunted reputation.
Highlights
  • explore sites with ghost stories including miad, commission row, and more., learn the supernatural tales of milwaukee mafia history and haunted encounters, visit iconic buildings with connections to milwaukee's paranormal past.
  • discover the ghostly tales of mafia history and paranormal encounters, explore haunted landmarks including miad, commission row, and more., visit iconic sites with connections to the area's haunted past.
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Version 3 – July 17, 2024 16:16

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Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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Know Before You Go
  • this tour runs in light rain and cold temperatures, please dress appropriately for the weather.
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Version 2 – July 17, 2024 16:15

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Included
  • guided walking tour of milwaukee's historic third ward, spooky guide in english
  • tour guide

Version 1 – July 17, 2024 16:15

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Short Description
  • Embark on a captivating journey through Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward with the Milwaukee Third Ward Ghost Walk. This 2-hour guided tour delves into the district's rich history, haunted locations, and chilling ghost stories.
  • Starting at the corner of St. Paul Ave. & Water Street, in front of the Milwaukee Public Market, your expert guide leads you through the charming streets of the Third Ward. Discover eerie tales and paranormal encounters at landmarks such as the Milwaukee Public Market, Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), the Marshall Building, and Commission Row.
  • Learn about the area's notorious past as "The Bloody Third," once a hub for Milwaukee's mafia operations and Irish gangsters known as the Third Ward Cowboys. Hear stories of tragic events and the lingering spirits that are said to haunt these historic streets.
  • Highlights include visits to haunted spots like the Skylight Opera Theatre, where the ghost of Clair Richardson, founder of the Skylight Music Theatre, is rumored to still reside. Experience the supernatural at the Italian Community Center and other locations with connections to Third Ward ghost stories.
  • Throughout the tour, your guide shares documented accounts of paranormal activity, Fortean folklore, and recent investigations that add to the district's haunted reputation.
  • Milwaukee's original haunted history walking tour introduces you to the unique heritage of the Historic Third Ward in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Third Ward, dubbed “The Bloody Third” in 1846, is a charming arts district today but conceals a violent gangster past. Once home to Milwaukee’s mafia operations and, before that, Irish gangsters, known as the Third Ward Cowboys, its streets have been touched by tragedy and the paranormal.
  • Expect to learn more about paranormal happenings and ghost sightings at the Skylight Opera Theatre, the Italian Community Center, and MIAD, as well as many other lesser-known locations. Ghosts stories with Third Ward connections including supernatural encounters at the Hilton Garden Inn and the Pfister Hotel.
Highlights
  • discover the ghostly tales of mafia history and paranormal encounters, explore haunted landmarks including miad, commission row, and more., visit iconic sites with connections to the area's haunted past.
Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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  • adult:
  • from: '11'
  • to: '100'
  • child:
  • from: '3'
  • to: '10'
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  • infant:
  • from: '1'
  • to: '2'
  • child:
  • from: '3'
  • to: '10'
  • adult:
  • from: '11'
  • to: '100'
Percent Complete
  • 72.2222222222222222
  • 61.1111111111111111